Skin conditions and massage

Question 1

Acne

Answer 1

Avoid massaging affected areas, local contraindication.

Question 2

Athlete’s foot

Answer 2

Local contraindication or contact precaution.

Question 3

Boils

Answer 3

Local contraindication

Question 4

Bruises

Answer 4

Local contraindication until it begins yellowing.

Question 5

Cold sores

Answer 5

Local contraindication

Question 6

Contact dermatitis

Answer 6

Choose hypoallergenic lubricants

Question 7

Decubitus ulcers

Answer 7

Pressure sores, local contraindication

Question 8

Areas of risk for decubitus ulcers in bedridden patients

Answer 8

Posterior surfaces of the head, scapulae, elbows, sacrum and heels

Question 9

Areas of risk for decubitus ulcers in chair-bound patients

Answer 9

The scapulae, sacrum, ischial tuberosities, popliteal areas and the plantar surfaces of the feet.

Question 10

Eczema

Answer 10

Local contraindication if there is broken skin.

Question 11

Pathology

Answer 11

Study of disease. Includes causes, effects and typical behaviours resulting from the disease.

Question 12

Prognosis

Answer 12

Predicting how a disease will progress and the chances of recovery.

Question 13

Pathogen

Answer 13

Biologic agent capable of causing infection.

Question 14

Modes of transmission

Answer 14

Direct contact, indirect contact, vehicle (food, water, air), vector.